US Hwa Rang Kwan
If you live near Chantilly, Virginia or Ellicott City, Maryland, US Hwa Rang Kwan Kumdo teaches the Korean sword martial art to kids, teens and adults aged 7 and older. Classes run Monday to Friday, 2 to 9 PM, and Saturday, 10 AM to 12 PM. Call the dojang near you to check its schedule.
Where are the kids' Kumdo classes?
- Chantilly, Virginia (main dojang): 4264-E Entre Ct, Chantilly, VA 20151 · (703) 608-1807
- Ellicott City, Maryland: 8360 Court Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043 · (443) 889-2013. Please contact us before you visit.
Questions are welcome in English or Korean.
What is Kumdo?
Kumdo is a Korean sword martial art and sport. The Korea Kumdo Association describes it as a one-on-one sport in which players wear hogu armor and use a jukdo (bamboo sword), and as a martial art that trains the body and mind and aims at good character. See What Is Kumdo?
What classes does US Hwa Rang Kwan offer for young students?
- Kids and teens: classes for students 7 years and older
- Advanced: for advanced students; US Hwa Rang Kwan is home to the US HRK Kumdo Wang tournament
- Private lessons: new students at the Chantilly, VA dojang start with 3 semi-private lessons for $19.99
US Hwa Rang Kwan is certified by the Korea Kumdo Association and affiliated with the Greater Washington Metropolitan Kumdo Federation (GWMKF), a subdivision of the association.
How does a child get started?
- Call or message the dojang near you.
- At the Chantilly, VA dojang, book the 3 semi-private lessons for $19.99. For Ellicott City, contact the dojang before you visit.
- Start with the basics. The Korea Kumdo Association says a beginner can learn the basics in about three months and can then start training in armor.
FAQ
Are there martial arts classes for kids near me in Chantilly, VA?
Yes. US Hwa Rang Kwan's main dojang is at 4264-E Entre Ct, Chantilly, VA 20151, with Kumdo classes for students 7 and older.
Are there martial arts classes for kids near Ellicott City, MD?
Yes. US Hwa Rang Kwan also teaches in Ellicott City, Maryland (8360 Court Ave). Please contact the dojang before you visit.
How old does my child need to be?
US Hwa Rang Kwan's classes are for students 7 years and older.
What age should a child start martial arts?
See When Should a Child Start Martial Arts?
